Internal Recruiter

EMJ; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EMJFest

Christmas Party

Wembley Box access

Bupa medical cashback

Aviva private medical insurance

WeCare Support

25 days annual leave

30 days annual leave (service)

Job summary

EMJ, based in London, is seeking an Internal Recruiter to own the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, from briefing vacancies to onboarding, while partnering with hiring managers to shape candidate profiles.

Hybrid role with 3 days in the office, 8:30-17:00, reporting to Head of Recruitment and Retention; you’ll drive candidate experience, talent sourcing, and employer brand initiatives to attract top talent.

Qualifications

• 360 recruitment experience with emphasis on candidate assessment and onboarding.
• Experience hiring within publishing is a bonus.
• Growth mindset and continuous improvement ethos.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from briefing vacancies to offer management and onboarding.
• Proactively source talent beyond job adverts and engage high-potential candidates.
• Conduct effective video interviews assessing skills, behaviours and cultural fit.
• Partner with hiring managers to define candidate profiles and provide market insights.
• Deliver an outstanding candidate experience with clear communication and timely updates.
• Contribute ideas to improve recruitment processes and support employer branding initiatives.

Skills

360 recruitment

Candidate assessment

Publishing hiring

Growth mindset

Organised

Communication

Proactive

Job description

At EMJ, people are at the heart of everything we do, from our culture and performance to our mission of elevating healthcare globally. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an Internal Recruiter to help attract exceptional talent, shape the future of our teams, and contribute to our high-performance culture. If you're passionate about the impact great hiring can have, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Information:

Location: London/Moorgate office

Working pattern: Hybrid, 3 days in the office (5 days in the office during 3 month probation)

Hours: 8.30am – 5pm, Monday - Friday

Reporting to: Head of Recruitment and Retention

What You’ll Do:

• Manage the Full Recruitment Lifecycle: Take ownership of the end-to-end recruitment process, from briefing vacancies through to offer management and onboarding.
• Proactive Talent Sourcing: Go beyond job adverts by proactively identifying, engaging, and building relationships with exceptional candidates.
• Candidate Assessment: Conduct effective video interviews, assessing skills, behaviours, and cultural alignment to identify high-potential talent that will thrive at EMJ.
• Partner with Hiring Managers: Work closely with hiring managers to define ideal candidate profiles, provide market insights, align expectations, and support confident hiring decisions.
• Deliver an Outstanding Candidate Experience: Ensure every candidate receives clear communication, timely updates, and a positive, professional experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Contribute ideas, challenge existing processes, and embrace feedback to help evolve and enhance our recruitment approach.
• Support Talent & Employer Brand Initiatives: Play an active role in employer branding, recruitment campaigns, careers events, and talent projects that strengthen our pipeline and showcase EMJ as an employer of choice.

Who You Are:

• Recruitment Experience: Experienced in 360 recruitment, with a focus on candidate assessment and experience. Experience hiring within publishing is a bonus.
• Growth Mindset: Passionate about recruitment and committed to continuous improvement, always looking for ways to enhance both the candidate experience and employer brand.
• Highly Organised: Able to effectively manage multiple priorities, maintain attention to detail, and deliver against deadlines.
• Strong Communicator: Confident building relationships at all levels, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive & Solutions-Focused: Takes initiative, anticipates needs, and identifies opportunities to improve processes and outcomes.

We're proud to have been recognised as one of The Times Best Places to Work 2026 ! Explore our benefits page to discover the full range of perks, rewards, and wellbeing support available to our colleagues.

What's in it for you:

• Socials and Celebrations: Our legendary EMJFest, Christmas Party, after-work socials and regular office competitions!
• VIP Perks: Enjoy exclusive access to our Wembley Box, including Concerts, FA Cup Finals, NFL games, and more!
• Wellbeing Support: Benefits from Bupa medical cashback, Aviva private medical insurance & WeCare for added peace of mind.
• Time to Recharge: Start with 25 days' annual leave increasing with service up to 30 days
• Incentives: Quarterly rewards, including unforgettable experiences such as a trip to Miami!
• Fuel for Success: Begin your day the right way with free breakfast and fresh fruit.
• Active Lifestyle: There’s something for everyone with a 1.5-hour gym lunch!
• Our Buddy Programme: A dedicated buddy from day one to help you settle in and thrive.

About EMJ

At EMJ, our purpose is to elevate the quality of healthcare globally by providing free and easy access to medical journals and lifelong learning opportunities. We're passionate about creating Gold Medal Winners. Just as we support healthcare professionals to be the best they can be, we invest in our people by providing the skills, tools, and opportunities they need to thrive in their careers.

While skills can be developed, values are what truly matter. That's why we look for people who embody our core values:

• Entire buy in: Everyone has loyalty to our vision, values, culture, and the long-term goals of EMJ. We are committed to doing so in a positive and passionate way.
• Manage your own shit: We all need to be proactive and responsible for our own actions. This will lead to an inspiring place to work that we are all proud of.
• Going the extra mile: Always give your best performance, this will create a team that is different to anything else, full of hard working, gold medal winners.

Ready to take the next step in your career? We'd love to hear from you.

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We know that no one meets every requirement listed in a job description, and that's okay. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you'd be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you.